The U.S. Air Force’s Famous AC-130U “Spooky” Gunship Has Been Retired

Popular Mechanics: The Air Force's “Spooky” Gunships Have Flown Overseas for the Last Time

The flying arsenal is being replaced by the new AC-130J Ghostrider.

The Air Force’s famous AC-130U “Spooky” gunship is on the verge of retirement with the heavily armed cargo plane returning on Monday from its last scheduled overseas mission. The Spooky is being replaced with a newer gunship, the AC-130J Ghostrider, which boasts greater precision firepower, as well as the new ability to carry laser-guided missiles and bombs.

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WNU Editor: The new AC-130J Ghostrider will be more precise and will be able to carry laser-guided missiles and bombs.